Iranian 2000 Riyal banknote (1986-2005)
*Serial numbers and issue years may vary, but all items are in unused condition (UNC).
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Product overview
GoldSilverJapan presents an Iranian banknote, the 2000 Riyal (Second Riyal), in mint condition (UNC), which combines historical value with rarity. This banknote was issued between 1986 and 2005 and is now highly valued in the collector's market as a demonetized currency. It embodies political, religious, and historical elements, including the Kaaba (the Holy Mosque of Mecca) on the back and the iconic crowd design of the Iranian Revolution on the front.
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Main specifications
• Country of issue: Islamic Republic of Iran
• Face value: 2000 Riyals (2000 IRR)
• Year of issue: 1986-2005 (actual item is random)
• Condition: Unused (Uncirculated / UNC)
• Material: Paper
• Size: 150mm x 75mm
• Printing company: De La Rue (London, UK)
• Shape: Rectangle
• Serial Number: Each item is different
• Security features: UV luminescence, colored fibers, security thread, watermark
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Surface design (obverse)
• Artistic multicolor design in purple, olive green, and dark brown
• In the center right, revolutionaries from the Iranian Revolution (1979) gather in front of a mosque.
• The background depicts domes and minarets, a fusion of Islamic culture and revolutionary symbols.
• Writing script: Arabic, Persian
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Back design (reverse)
• A majestic depiction of the Kaaba, Islam's holiest site.
• The Kaaba is located at the center of the Masjid al-Haram (Holy Mosque) in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and is recognized worldwide as the direction of prayer (qibla) for Muslims.
• The beauty of their design combined with their religious significance makes them highly prized by collectors around the world.
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Watermark
The watermarks used vary depending on the variation, but typically include one of the following:
• Portrait of Grand Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini
• Mohammad Hossein Fahmidh (iconic hero of the Iran-Iraq War)
This watermark is hard to see with the naked eye, but can be seen by holding it up to the light.
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Signature variations
The banknotes feature the signatures of prominent figures, including central bank governors and ministers of economic affairs, and each one is available in different versions:
• Mohsen Nourbakhsh
• Hossein Namazi
• Majid Ghasemi
• Mohammad Hossein Adeli
• Mohammad Djavad Iravani
• Mohammad Khan
The type of signature can also affect the market value of a banknote.
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Security Specifications
• When exposed to UV light: The serial number glows orange
• Fibers: Yellow, blue and red security fibers are mixed into the paper.
• Security thread: Blue, yellow, and red threads running across the center
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Historical background
This 2,000 riyal banknote inherits the spirit of the Iranian Islamic Revolution (1979) and has come to symbolize the period of change in Iranian society throughout its life. The portraits of revolutionaries on the front and the young Fahmidh in the watermark symbolize the story of "resistance and independence" within Iran.
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The charm of the collection
• **UNC (unused)** and is in excellent condition.
• Due to a limited distribution period (1986-2005), the number of existing specimens is declining.
• A collector's item that combines the three elements of history, religion, and art.
• This item is in high demand among banknote collectors around the world and is expected to increase in value.
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Note
*All banknotes delivered are "Unused (UNC)" but the serial number, year of issue and signature variation are random. Please note that you cannot specify the details.
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Recommended storage methods
• We recommend storing your notes in a highly transparent sleeve or album-style bill holder.
• It is best to store it in a place that is away from direct sunlight, high temperatures and humidity.
• Using a bill case with UV protection prevents fading and makes it suitable for long-term storage.
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